Schopenhauer's 'The World as Will and Representation'

<p>Schopenhauer's The World as Will and Representation is widely considered to be one of the most important and influential texts in nineteenth-century German philosophy. The text provides an avenue through which to introduce and explore a rich assortment of philosophical themes and questions and represents Schopenhauer's widely discussed attempt to find personal meaning amidst a violent frustrating and seemingly godless world. Since it was published in 1818 the text has influenced generations of musicians artists writers and historians as well as philosophers. <p/>This Reader's Guide presents a concise and accessible introduction to the text offering invaluable guidance on: <p/>- Philosophical context <p/>- Key themes <p/>- Reading the text <p/>- Reception and influence <p/>- Further reading</p>